OBD II scanner? - Honda Pilot

69SKYDIVER69 · 02-24-2013, 01:57 PM

I see alot of people have scanners, which ones did you go with? I'm looking for one, and want to know if there are any to stay away from...
Please post type/price/where you purchased it. Thank you!!!

97trophy · 02-24-2013, 03:09 PM

I brought one for $15 from ebay...works great.

RinconVTR · 02-24-2013, 05:00 PM

I bought a bluetooth unit that works with a few apps for my phone. I found "Torque" most usefull and can be used for real time logging while you drive, without a cord to deal with. Pulls codes with internet links to find more info, kinda nice. Still, you only get the basic code, without as much in depth detail as dealers see.

BAFX Products (TM) - ELM 327 Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light and other diagnostics - Android compatible : Amazon.com : Automotive

And still no feed for trans temp or oil temp for Hondas. Very disappointing no one has firgured out how to read these sensors, cause we all know they are there!

Yahooligan · 02-25-2013, 02:15 AM

I bought a BAFX bluetooth OBD-II adapter from Amazon and connect to it with the Torque app on my Android phone. Works pretty well.

grawk · 03-08-2013, 02:17 PM

I use an ultra-gauge

2bz · 04-27-2013, 12:02 PM

For those of you that are using the "Torque" app, what information do you get from it? I'm interested in getting one to monitor temps while towing, any idea if this info is available?

DMG · 04-27-2013, 02:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2bz

For those of you that are using the "Torque" app, what information do you get from it? I'm interested in getting one to monitor temps while towing, any idea if this info is available?

Here is a link:

Torque Android App Review & OBDII Bluetooth Adapter - YouTube

2bz · 04-28-2013, 09:59 AM

I have an understanding of the app. What I'm wondering is what outputs Honda had enabled - hopefully temps for transmission, water, oil, etc?

RinconVTR · 04-28-2013, 09:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2bz

I have an understanding of the app. What I'm wondering is what outputs Honda had enabled - hopefully temps for transmission, water, oil, etc?

Honda greatly limits what you can monitor. Of what you listed, only water temp is available.

2bz · 04-29-2013, 11:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RinconVTR

Honda greatly limits what you can monitor. Of what you listed, only water temp is available.

Thanks for the response. I figured it would be limited. Might give it a try anyway and see what I can get out of it.

hottip · 04-29-2013, 01:05 PM

Look at the Scan Gauge ll. I give lots of info and plugs into the OBD PORT.

RinconVTR · 04-29-2013, 05:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hottip

Look at the Scan Gauge ll. I give lots of info and plugs into the OBD PORT.

See my answer above...same answer for the ScanGaugeII.

sdfsfs · 05-13-2013, 03:05 AM

i often buy from OBD2 Diagnostics Appareils-Fabricant global d'outil de diagnostic automobile

02-24-2013, 01:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
69SKYDIVER69 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Cal City Posts: 3 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	OBD II scanner? I see alot of people have scanners, which ones did you go with? I'm looking for one, and want to know if there are any to stay away from... Please post type/price/where you purchased it. Thank you!!!

02-24-2013, 03:09 PM	#2 (permalink)
97trophy Registered User Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: The Woodlands, TX Posts: 81 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I brought one for $15 from ebay...works great. __________________

02-24-2013, 05:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
RinconVTR Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Milwaukee Posts: 669 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I bought a bluetooth unit that works with a few apps for my phone. I found "Torque" most usefull and can be used for real time logging while you drive, without a cord to deal with. Pulls codes with internet links to find more info, kinda nice. Still, you only get the basic code, without as much in depth detail as dealers see. BAFX Products (TM) - ELM 327 Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light and other diagnostics - Android compatible : Amazon.com : Automotive BAFX Products (TM) - ELM 327 Bluetooth OBD2 scan tool - For check engine light and other diagnostics - Android compatible : Amazon.com : Automotive And still no feed for trans temp or oil temp for Hondas. Very disappointing no one has firgured out how to read these sensors, cause we all know they are there!

02-25-2013, 02:15 AM	#4 (permalink)
Yahooligan Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Temecula Posts: 289 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I bought a BAFX bluetooth OBD-II adapter from Amazon and connect to it with the Torque app on my Android phone. Works pretty well. __________________ 2012 Honda Pilot Touring 4WD - Diamond White Pearl/Black leather 2011 Dodge Challenger R/T - Green with Envy, 6MT

04-29-2013, 01:05 PM	#11 (permalink)
hottip Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Washington Posts: 7 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Look at the Scan Gauge ll. I give lots of info and plugs into the OBD PORT. __________________ 2011 EX-L

03-08-2013, 02:17 PM	#5 (permalink)
grawk Registered User Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 1 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I use an ultra-gauge

04-27-2013, 12:02 PM	#6 (permalink)
2bz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 92 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	For those of you that are using the "Torque" app, what information do you get from it? I'm interested in getting one to monitor temps while towing, any idea if this info is available?

04-28-2013, 09:59 AM	#8 (permalink)
2bz Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Northern AZ Posts: 92 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I have an understanding of the app. What I'm wondering is what outputs Honda had enabled - hopefully temps for transmission, water, oil, etc?

05-13-2013, 03:05 AM	#13 (permalink)
sdfsfs Registered User Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: london UK Posts: 6 Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i often buy from OBD2 Diagnostics Appareils-Fabricant global d'outil de diagnostic automobile

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